Question

A 70-year-old with CKD G3b undergoing elective noncardiac surgery is on apixaban for AF. According to perioperative CV guidance, what is emphasized in pre-op evaluation?

Accepted Answer

Assess functional capacity and use stepwise risk assessment to guide testing

Answer

Routine stress testing regardless of risk

Answer

Switch all DOACs to warfarin

Answer

Stop beta-blockers 3 days pre-op

Answer

Cancel surgery if any CV risk is present

Practice question

A 70-year-old with CKD G3b undergoing elective noncardiac surgery is on apixaban for AF. According to perioperative CV guidance, what is emphasized in pre-op evaluation?